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Back to Episodes172. Distal Biceps Tendon Rupture: Recognition, Assessment, and Treatment for PTs
Description
Host Kasey introduces PT Snacks, a bite-size podcast for physical therapists and students, and covers distal biceps tendon ruptures. The episode reviews relevant anatomy, typical injury mechanism, classic symptoms, and common risk factors and patient profile. Kasey outlines key differentials, exam findings and tests, imaging options, and treatment pathways, emphasizing that timely recognition improves surgical outcomes.
00:00 Welcome to PT Snacks
00:18 Episode Overview
01:14 What the Rupture Is
01:44 Mechanism and Symptoms
02:29 Anatomy Refresher
03:37 Risk Factors and Who Gets It
05:13 Patient Story and Red Flags
06:13 Differential Diagnosis
07:02 Exam Tests and Imaging
08:05 Treatment Options
08:48 Surgery and Rehab Timeline
09:35 Key Takeaways and Outro
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